I think I might dedicate this next book to the memory of my muse. Perhaps it will serve as a warning to those other muses out there who are on the verge of going over the edge. Perhaps it will inspire those other writers out there who have let their muse stifle their creativity and shove them right into writer’s block. Maybe my warning will mean those other muses and their writers will find a way to work things out.
Most Newsletters Don’t Work – part one: Success and How to Monitor It
Why do so few newsletters survive the first few issues? Why do even talented marketing experts give up in frustration about difficult newsletters? A go-to man for newsletters for relationship-based businesses since the nineties, Glenn Harrington provides insight.
How Can You Write For Fun And Profit?
You really can profit from writing only about what interests you. Don’t worry about the market or the editors. Write for yourself. Not only will it be more fun and rewarding for your soul but for your checking account as well.
How You Can Become A Better Writer
The truth is that you cannot control when you become a published, professional writer, but you can control your progress toward improving your writing. Believe me, the stronger your writing becomes then the easier it will be to achieve that other goal. When you reach the point that you regularly deliver quality writing then you will find a market. If you write it the rest will come.
Is Writing a Skill, Craft, or Gift?
So, I believe, writing is all three — a skill, a craft, and a gift. Some writers find their ability spans all three while others never progress past the level of skill.
Words Matter
While tone of voice and body language matter very much, don’t underestimate the power of words. This article debunks a famous allegation about UCLA Psychology research in 1967. The research team leader is quoted saying that his work had been grossly misunderstood. The allegation: that words only count for 7% of the meaning in communication.
5 Writing Myths Busted
Don’t let your writing fall victim to these five myths about writing.
How To Write Articles Quickly
Yuck, it’s that time again, newsletter time. Are you stuck in front of a blank page or computer screen? Do you struggle each time you have to write? People seem to find all other tasks preferable to writing an article. We have a friend who finds himself washing out socks instead of writing. There’s a term for it: “shaving the yak.”
Originally coined by Seth Godin, marketer and author extraordinaire, “shaving the yak” means that when faced with writing, some people find the…
For Newsletter Publishing Success Keep Your Focus on What Matters
When you publish a newsletter, it’s easy to get caught up in what everyone thinks you *should* be doing–publishing in flashy HTML, writing more frequently, etc. But, chances are, you already know how to make your newsletter work for your readers. Read on to find out for yourself.
3 Steps To Quickly Writing Ezine Articles
Come on, admit it: Whether you’re a professional writer or not we all draw a blank when we want to write an ezine article.
I’ve found an answer to that dilemma that will get you writing in no time so that you can publish your ezine article and begin to receive that new wave of subscribers you’ve been hoping for. Here’s how to get the lead out if you draw a blank:
1. Write your action steps first.
Forget about the catchy headline and attractive lead paragraph for now. T…
6 Red Hot Tips To Get Your Articles Read
There are many people who dread having to write papers or articles. Many just feel like it seems to be too much work and it all just goes to waste when no one reads the. To some people, reading articles seems like work to, especially if the article is boring and very bland. Well, articles are supposed to be read, thatÂ’s their purpose to impart your message and information. If it is not read then it is a waste of time and effort
Roger Hamilton Newsletter April 2006
How has your first quarter of 2006 been? Have you changed your job? Changed your life? XL Results Foundation had a historic month in March, with the launch of the XL Social Enterprise Accreditation Program. Providing recognition to Social Enterprises, this program has a target to reach $100 million in annual donations by 2020. In this first year, our target was to reach $2 million in pledges, within a week of its launch the Program has already attracted over $14.6 million in pledges.